Islamabad (TDI): Federal Minister for Petroleum Ali Pervaiz Malik met with Ambassador of Oman to Pakistan Fahad Bin Sulaiman Bin Khalaf Alkharusi to discuss the evolving energy landscape in the region and explore ways to strengthen bilateral cooperation in the energy sector.
Minister Malik highlighted the long-standing and friendly relations between Pakistan and Oman, rooted in shared history, mutual respect, and strong people-to-people ties. He reaffirmed Pakistan’s commitment to further expand its energy partnership with Oman and explore new avenues for collaboration.
During the meeting, the Federal Minister apprised the Ambassador of Pakistan’s ongoing efforts to diversify its energy imports and ensure supply resilience, particularly by exploring alternative routes and sources outside the Strait of Hormuz in light of the changing regional dynamics.
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The Ambassador welcomed Pakistan’s push towards diversification and conveyed that Oman stands ready to support Pakistan in enhancing its energy security. In this regard, the Federal Minister expressed optimism that Oman would consider Pakistan’s request for preferential energy cargoes to meet its growing requirements. The Ambassador responded positively and assured that the request would be considered favourably.
In March, three cargoes of petrol and one cargo of diesel have been imported from the ports of Oman. Two more cargoes of petrol will be imported during March from Oman ports.
The meeting also discussed opportunities for enhanced cooperation in the upstream sector, including exploration and production, and underscored the importance of expanding collaboration in oil and gas development projects.
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It was noted that Pakistan State Oil (PSO) and Oman Trading International (OQT) are also engaged in constructive discussions to explore the possibility of additional oil cargoes to help meet Pakistan’s energy demand.
Both sides reaffirming their shared commitment to further deepen Pakistan-Oman cooperation in the energy sector and strengthen strategic ties for mutual benefit.
Sohail Majeed
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